Francis Warner facts for kids

Francis Warner was an important English businessman and politician who lived a long time ago. He passed away on April 3, 1667. He was known for being a successful merchant and for serving in the House of Commons in 1659. The House of Commons is a big part of the government where elected people make laws for the country.

Who Was Francis Warner?

Francis Warner was a busy merchant in the city of London. He was also a member of a special group called the Worshipful Company of Leathersellers. These "Worshipful Companies" were like old-fashioned trade guilds. They brought together people who did the same kind of work, like making things from leather.

Warner's Important Roles

Warner held several important jobs in London. On February 25, 1658, he was chosen as an alderman for the Bridge ward in London. An alderman was a senior member of the city council, helping to run the city.

From 1658 to 1659, he was the leader, or master, of the Leathersellers Company. This meant he was in charge of the guild and its members.

In 1659, Francis Warner became the Sheriff of London. This was a very important role, like a chief officer for the city. Sheriffs helped keep order and carried out legal duties. He was also the President of St. Thomas' Hospital from 1659 to 1660. This hospital helped sick people, and Warner helped manage it.

Serving in Parliament

In 1659, Francis Warner was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for a place called Tiverton. Being an MP meant he represented the people of Tiverton in the government.

He served in a special government group called the Third Protectorate Parliament. This was a time in English history when the country was ruled by a leader called the Lord Protector, not a king. Warner played a part in making decisions for the country during this period.